DB sector heading for 'seminal' moment, says L&G

Endgame likely to be in sight for many schemes but insurer warns of capacity limits

Martin Richmond
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DB sector heading for 'seminal' moment, says L&G

The UK defined benefit (DB) sector is heading for a “seminal” moment in its history as more schemes head towards endgame, according to Legal & General (L&G).

Speaking today (13 September) at a briefing, L&G Investment Management (LGIM) head of institutional client management Mark Johnson said due to the funding levels of DB schemes being "as good as the...

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